Outdoor Learning

Forest Skills

When does this start and end?

We have 3 different start dates for this course:

12 April 2023 - 13 April 2023
23 May 2023 - 24 May 2023
27 June 2023 - 28 June 2023

What are the entry requirements?

No formal qualifications are required.

How much does this cost?

FREE*

* This course is fully funded for eligible students.

If you are not eligible, the cost of the course is £25.00. If you choose to stay residentially, and you are not eligible via the residential funding assessment, there will be an additional fee to pay. The vast majority of students are eligible to study and stay residentially for free and we will confirm when you apply.

Introduction

This is an introductory level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

Found out about Progression

Course description

This short course is a progression from the Forest Confidence course. You will revise and refresh skills learned on Forest Confidence, with the addition of exploring the theory of fire, fire safety and learn how to light a contained fire. Risk assessment will also be covered in this course, as safety is a key concept in Forest courses.

You will learn transferrable skills which will prepare you for study or work, as well as spending time in the beautiful grounds of Wentworth Castle.

What can this course lead to?

After this course you might like to do some English, maths or digital learning.

Course session dates

Session dates for 12 April 2023 - 13 April 2023

Wednesday 12 Apr 2023 to Thursday 13 Apr 2023

Session dates for 23 May 2023 - 24 May 2023

Tuesday 23 May 2023 to Wednesday 24 May 2023

Session dates for 27 June 2023 - 28 June 2023

Tuesday 27 Jun 2023 to Wednesday 28 Jun 2023

Introduction

This is an introductory level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

Found out about Progression

Our outdoor courses provide a great opportunity for people to learn teamwork and communications skills, and how to work on their own initiative, as well as developing new skills and knowledge. The grounds of our beautiful college provide an alternative classroom environment where you can begin your journey into education and start to feel more confident about moving on to other courses. Join us and see where you path leads you.

Nicky Straughan Curriculum Manager

“I am enjoying being back in education - learning, meeting awsome people and getting my confidence back.” - Craig
Learn more about Craig's story

Staying residential was the perfect way for me to learn. As well as the course subject, which everyone is involved in, learning extends beyond the class room.

Being residential added to this experience, as one really felt part of a learning community.

Awesome tutors and a very friendly place. I wish I was still there.

I was made to feel that I did matter and that I was worthy. I was encouraged and supported when I thought I couldn't do it. Despite all the failures I had previously had at other places, I did it at Northern College because I was supported by people who believed in me.